Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/03/11
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]In a message dated 3/11/00 9:40:38 AM, jbcollier@home.com writes: << I hope everyone does not think I am way out in left field here, but I think that if you are a heavy filter user, the M cameras are not the way to go. M lenses are optimised to be as small as possible as any extra bulk literally does get in the way. Leica does seem to be trying to limit the number of different filter sizes lately: witness the rise in use of the E46 size. I think the current filter size range is E39, E46, E49, E55 and E60. For me, the use of filters runs counterintuitive to the whole M philosophy and more suited to a reflex frame of mind. I will fully confess that when shooting in the tropics I bring a polarising filter and that I do own an 81A filter; I just do not seem to use them that much. Just my two cents worth. >> My filter kit includes an 81A, an 80A and a CC30M. The CC30M is absolutely essential with flourescent light fixtures EVERYWHERE. With the SLRs I also carry polarizers. Bob (sees filters as just another tool) McEowen